Best 7 Arugula And Green Bean Salad With Walnut Oil Dressing Recipes

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Arugula and green bean salad with walnut oil dressing is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The peppery arugula and crisp green beans are tossed with a tangy walnut oil dressing, creating a salad that is both healthy and delicious. This salad is also incredibly easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ARUGULA, POTATO, AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH WALNUT DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Lunch     Walnut     Green Bean     Arugula     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and finely chopped
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
6 ounces haricots verts or other green beans, trimmed
3 ounces baby arugula

Steps:

  • 1. Whisk together vinegar, yogurt, mustard, and the toasted nuts in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add walnut oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified.
  • 2. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a colander to drain. Return pan of water to a boil.
  • 3. Prepare an ice-water bath. Add green beans to boiling water and cook until tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and cut into 2-inch pieces.
  • 4. Arrange arugula, potatoes, and green beans on a platter. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with dressing, toss to coat, and serve.

ARUGULA SALAD AND ULTIMATE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 shallot, finely minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cups arugula

Steps:

  • Combine the shallot, mustard, vinegar, oil, sugar, honey and salt and pepper in a jar and shake to emulsify.
  • Toss arugula with vinaigrette, to taste.

ARUGULA, POTATO, AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CREAMY WALNUT DRESSING



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The satisfying crunch of walnuts gives a helping of salad greens added dimension; the nuts have a natural affinity for arugula, spinach, endive, and watercress.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce walnuts (about 1/3 cup)
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
6 ounces haricots verts or other green beans, trimmed
3 ounces baby arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until fragrant, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly. Finely chop, and set aside.
  • Whisk together vinegar, yogurt, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the toasted nuts in a small bowl; season with pepper. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Set dressing aside.
  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a colander to drain. Set aside.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Return pan of water to a boil. Add green beans, and cook until tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Transfer to a cutting board, and cut into 2-inch pieces.
  • Arrange arugula, potatoes, and green beans on a platter. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 162 g

WALNUT GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Sauteed green beans, hunks of blue cheese and toasted nuts make this an extremely decadent salad. "I lightened up two recipes and combined them into this elegant specialty," writes Sarah Bartel from her home in Kewaunee, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cut fresh green beans
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the green beans in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens and beans. , In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar and remaining oil; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts and blue cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMONY WHITE BEAN AND ARUGULA SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 packed cups (5 ounces) arugula
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini or great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon lemon zest
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, beans, red onion, and capers.
  • Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, maple syrup and lemon zest. Slowly whisk in the oil until smooth and combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat. Serve.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE FOR TWO



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This is a lovely light salad that easy to prepare. We prefer to toast nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, which takes four or five minutes. Make sure to shake the pan occasionally to turn the nuts. If you don't have walnut oil, replace the canola and walnut oils with 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.

Provided by Cucina Casalingo

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon table salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon walnut oil
4 cups arugula, washed and dried
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Walnut Vinaigrette;.
  • Combine lemon juice, salt, and pepper in bowl with fork.
  • Add oils, then whisk or mix with fork until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  • The dressing will separate after 5 to 10 minutes, so use immediately or cover and refrigerate; mix again before tossing with greens.
  • Salad:.
  • Place arugula and walnuts in large salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss until greens are evenly coated.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.2, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 156.3, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.9

WARM BEAN SALAD WITH WALNUT-ARUGULA PESTO



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Make and share this Warm Bean Salad With Walnut-Arugula Pesto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hectorthebat

Categories     Beans

Time 12h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups dried white beans
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup walnuts
1/2 cup arugula
1/4 cup walnut oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 shallot

Steps:

  • Soak the beans in 3 cups cold water for 12 hours or overnight. Drain and transfer into a large saucepan with the bay leaves. Pour in cold water so the beans are covered by 2 inches and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cover and cook for 45 minutes to an hour (or according to package instructions), until the beans are tender but not mushy. Check the water level from time to time, and add more if it runs a little low. Thirty minutes into the cooking, add 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt. (The beans can be prepared up to a day ahead).
  • While the beans are cooking, combine the walnuts, arugula (reserve a few leaves for garnish if desired), oil, lemon juice, shallot, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor or in a mortar. Process or grind with a pestle until the mixture forms a paste-like dressing. (The dressing can be prepared up to a day ahead. It can also be used in potato or chicken salad, or as a sandwich spread).
  • Drain the beans and let cool for a minute. Pour the dressing into a salad bowl, add the beans, and toss gently to coat. Garnish with the reserved arugula and serve while still warm. The leftovers are just as good the next day, cold or gently reheated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.7, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 1176.3, Carbohydrate 47.9, Fiber 12.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 19

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh arugula and green beans. If you can't find fresh arugula, you can substitute baby spinach or another leafy green.
  • Trim the green beans by snapping off the ends. You can also blanch them if you prefer a more tender texture.
  • Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant. This will enhance their flavor.
  • Use a good quality walnut oil for the dressing. Walnut oil has a delicate nutty flavor.
  • Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.

Conclusion:

This arugula and green bean salad is a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. It's perfect for summer picnics and potlucks. The combination of arugula, green beans, walnuts, and walnut oil dressing is both flavorful and refreshing.

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